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Earthquakes in Venezuela: Situation Report No. 4 (27 June 2026, Time: 3:00 pm)
By UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs at ReliefWeb
· June 28, 2026
· 2 min read
. Situation Report No. 4Earthquakes in Venezuela27 June 2026Time: 3:00 pm Highlights Two consecutive earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 on 24 June (18:00 local time); authorities report more than 430 aftershocks. At least seven (7) states have been impacted. La Guaira continues to record the highe
Key takeaway 4Earthquakes in Venezuela27 June 2026Time: 3:00 pm Highlights Two consecutive earthquakes of magnitude 7.
Why this matters
The devastating earthquakes in Venezuela have resulted in a significant humanitarian crisis, with over 1,400 people dead and 3,200 injured, and more than 3,100 families displaced. The widespread destruction of infrastructure, with at least 1,423 affected, has further complicated the response efforts. The international community's swift response, with Urban Search and Rescue teams from 27 countries arriving in the country, is crucial in the search and rescue operations. The coordination between the United Nations agencies and the Venezuelan authorities, led by the Humanitarian Coordinator, Gianluca Rampolla, will be essential in the next phase of the response. As the situation continues to unfold, the focus will shift from search and rescue to providing emergency medical care, shelter, and food to the affected populations. The ability of the international community to work together with the Venezuelan government will be critical in addressing the growing needs of the affected communities and mitigating the long-term impact of the disaster.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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What is this story about? . Situation Report No. 4Earthquakes in Venezuela27 June 2026Time: 3:00 pm Highlights Two consecutive earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 on 24 June (18:00 local time); authorities report more than 430 aftershocks. At least seven (7) states have been impacted. La Guaira continues to record the highe
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